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Buying shares for kids: a gift that keeps on giving
February 27, 2023Wealth Creation
Many parents and grandparents worry about how to help the children in their lives achieve financial independence. But the value of long-term investment can seem like a dry and complicated idea for kids to get their heads around. In fact, many young people would like to know more about money, according to a Young People...Read More
Key Points: Never use the same password or variations of the same password, utilise different numbers and letters with a mixture of capital and lower case letters Online quizzes may be fun but usually there is a catch, and that catch can be your personal data Scammers either attempt to build rapport with their targets...Read More
Why many investors have become more responsible
February 20, 2023Superannuation
What exactly does responsible investment mean? Is there trade-off between ESG considerations (investing responsibly) and investment returns? Read on to find out more. A growing number of Australian investors are taking a responsible approach to their investing, quite possibly without even realising they’re doing so. That’s the reality of a rapidly evolving global investment universe,...Read More
How to prepare financially for starting a family
February 20, 2023Financial Planning
Starting a family is an exciting time but it can also be an expensive one. Starting a family is exciting, but it can also mean big changes to your lifestyle and your finances. As expecting parents, it’s natural that you may have a lot of questions around family finance planning, or how to manage work...Read More
8 pearls of wisdom for investors
February 13, 2023Wealth Creation
There’s a lot of investment guidance out there. Too much can be overwhelming. So, how can you cut through the noise and find what you need? To help you out, we’ve put together a cut out and keep 8-step guide to successful investing. The list includes tips on how to manage your portfolio effectively -...Read More
Guide to concession cards for seniors
February 13, 2023Retirement Planning
The excitement of heading towards retirement and a new stage of life can be tinged with concern over how to manage finances. For many people, seniors’ concession cards are a good way to help make ends meet. While discounts on goods and services are always welcome, they’re even more valued right now as living costs...Read More
Can you teach your kids to defer gratification?
February 13, 2023Financial Planning
When it comes to teaching kids about healthy money habits, there are few lessons more important than being able to defer gratification. By helping kids learn to put off what they want right now and save instead, they’ll be better equipped with the skills to be financially secure adults. While it is possible to help...Read More
Money saving tips for travel
February 8, 2023Debt Management & Budgeting
Travelling cheaply needn’t mean you miss out. Find out the best ways to save big on your overseas holiday plans, and make the most of every dollar. Why you should budget for your overseas holiday Most of us love to travel, but not many can afford to travel as often as we’d like. A trip...Read More
How much money you're able to invest each year is one of the biggest factors in achieving your financial goals.And the longer you're invested, the more time your money has to compound and grow. Inflation is up and markets are down. What does this mean for you? Entering the world of investing can be intimidating,...Read More
When can I access my super?
February 8, 2023Superannuation
Generally, you can access your super when you reach your preservation age and retire, but there could be special circumstances under which you might access your super early. Super is there to help you fund the years after you finish working, so normally to withdraw your super savings, you need to have reached a certain...Read More